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Health Aide 2

Heathcare Staffing, Inc. - Thomasville, GA(30+ days ago)

Job Summary:Under general supervision, provides basic patient care and works with patients/clients to developdaily living skills. May take vital signs.Primary Duties & Responsibilities:· Answers clients' call signals· Assists in administration of medications and treatments, takes vital signs, and/or drawsblood or collects other bodily fluids, as directed by a physician or nurse· Bathes, grooms, shaves and dresses clients· Conducts activities for recreation and socialization· Ensures safety and security of clients· Feeds clients who are unable to feed themselves· Observes and documents patient data, behavior and activity· Prepares clients for treatment or examination· Provides client care by supplying and emptying bedpans, applying dressings andsupervising exercise routines· Provides clients with help walking, exercising, and moving in and out of bed· Provides subprofessional occupational and/or physical therapy services to physicallyand/or developmentally disabled patients· Transports and/or accompanies clients to treatment units, using a wheelchair or stretcher· Turns and re-positions bedridden clients, alone or with assistance, to prevent bedsoresEntry Qualifications:High school diploma or GED AND Six months of experience in a related field.Preferred Qualifications:In addition to Entry Qualifications, Preferred Qualifications may be added by the agency.